Outside of the Premier League's traditional elite, a few clubs are joining them in bucking the trend for bouncing back and forth between divisions. While others may yet join them, for now, Fulham, Stoke City and Sunderland are among the top-flight's mainstays.

Arsenal should meet Fiorentina's asking price for reported top target Stevan Jovetic. Spending £25 million would be an important statement of intent from Gunners boss Arsene Wenger. Jovetic is also the creative forward Arsenal need.